The Tennessee Venue Pledge reads as follows,
We, the sports, music and entertainment venues of Tennessee - in order to re-open safely and combat the spread of COVID-19, pledge to implement and enforce these cleanliness and safety standards:
"The collaboration and communication between organizations and venues across the state have been second to none throughout the entire pandemic," Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena SVP of Marketing & Entertainment David Kells said. "The sharing of information and best practices has kept us all informed and led to the creation of detailed plans that will allow us to operate in this new environment. It's wonderful to see everyone's commitment to hosting and producing events safely across the state, and we hope many more will join us in taking the Tennessee Venue Pledge."
In addition to the Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena, the groups listed below have also committed to the Tennessee Venue Pledge:
"The Orpheum Theatre Group, operators of the historic Orpheum Theatre and the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education in Memphis, is pleased to join forces with venues across our great state to ensure the safety and health of all Tennesseans."
Brett BattersonPresident and CEO, The Orpheum Theatre Group
"This is a period of extreme change, and we are encouraged by the amazing lengths our industry has gone to support each other, share information and work collectively to find best practices. Planning, training and implementing reasonable health and safety measures are the best ways to protect live events and the people who create them."
Dean DennisSVP and GM, Renasant Convention Center and Cannon Center
"Since closing our theaters in March, Tennessee Performing Arts Center has remained focused on the safety of our patrons, artists, staff and volunteers. We are proud to stand united with our dedicated colleagues to ensure that your live performance experiences are exceptional and safe."
Jennifer TurnerPresident and CEO, Tennessee Performing Arts Center
"The board and staff of the Tennessee Theatre are committed to enacting practices and policies that will help keep our staff, performers and patrons safe and healthy. We cannot wait to welcome you back to the Official State Theatre of Tennessee."
Becky HancockExecutive Director, The Tennessee Theatre
"The Sounds are proud to take the Tennessee Venue Pledge as part of our commitment to providing a safe environment for attendees of all events held at First Horizon Park. We continue to work with the Metro Public Health department and other entities to ensure that we meet and exceed the current best practices and protocols at our ballpark."
Doug ScopelVice President of Operations, The Nashville Sounds
"Our team at ASM Global Knoxville, representing the Knoxville Civic Auditorium & Coliseum, Knoxville Convention Center, World's Fair Exhibition Hall and Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center, are committed to the Tennessee Venue Pledge. We are dedicated along with our venue partners from across the state of Tennessee to support these best practices and protocols to ensure the safety of our staff, performers and attendees. We look forward to welcoming you and our live events back safely and soon."
Mary BogertGeneral Manager, ASM Global Knoxville
